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L294 YJU

1993 Kawasaki EN500

Black Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

47,280 mi
Last recorded47,280 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 1993 Kawasaki EN50019,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL294 YJU
MakeKawasaki
ModelEN500
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 47,280 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 47,275 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 36,737 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 36,727 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 24,714 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 13,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2013 10,463 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 10,453 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 10,420 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2011 10,420 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 9,719 miles

Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 9,719 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Nov 2009 9,712 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,286 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki EN500?

Based on 7,833 MOT tests across 896 vehicles.

82.2%
Pass Rate
336
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
896
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 112
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 110
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 64
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 57
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L294 YJU is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500 in Black with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Kawasaki EN500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 19,783 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki EN500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L294 YJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki EN500 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Kawasaki EN500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L294 YJU registered?

L294 YJU is a 1993 Kawasaki EN500, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L294 YJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L294 YJU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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